How far is it from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick?

The distance between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and West Sandwick is 31 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick?

The drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick takes approximately 1 h 40 min by car.

What is the best route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick?

The fastest route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick covers 31 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 40 min.

Which direction is West Sandwick from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK)?

West Sandwick lies roughly to the north of Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK).

Are there charging stations between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and West Sandwick?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 22.

Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) West Sandwick

Distance: 31 miDuration: 1 h 40 min

Driving from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick takes about 1 h 40 min via A968. The distance is 31 mi. The straight-line distance is 27 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions8 · 31 mi

1 Depart left 1 mi
2 Turn left 13 mi
3 Turn right onto Isles Road 10 mi
4 Continue straight 3 mi
5 Continue straight 6 mi
6 Turn left 1 mi
7 Turn left 113 yd
8 Arrive

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The return trip from West Sandwick to Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) covers roughly the same distance, 31 mi.

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Along the way

Charging points along the way

22 chargers

Gilbertson Road, LerwickGilbertson Road, Lerwick, Shetland Islands, ZE1 0HN50 kW
Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, YellUlsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell, ZE2 9BD50 kW
14 Commercial Road, Shetland14 Commercial Road, Shetland, ZE2 9NA22 kW
Albert Building, LerwickAlbert Building, Lerwick, ZE1 0LL22 kW
Bixter Car Park, BixterBixter Car Park, Bixter, Shetland Islands, ZE2 9NN22 kW

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West Sandwick → Aywick10 mi · 20 min West Sandwick → Lowersound38 mi · 1 h 55 min West Sandwick → Copister7 mi · 15 min West Sandwick → Otterswick, Shetland Islands9 mi · 20 min West Sandwick → Midbrake16 mi · 30 min West Sandwick → Setter4 mi · 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick?: The distance between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and West Sandwick is 31 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick?: The drive from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick takes approximately 1 h 40 min by car.
What is the best route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick?: The fastest route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick covers 31 mi with a driving time of approximately 1 h 40 min.
Which direction is West Sandwick from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK)?: West Sandwick lies roughly to the north of Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK).
Are there charging stations between Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) and West Sandwick?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Lerwick / Tingwall Airport (LWK) to West Sandwick, including Gilbertson Road, Lerwick (50 kW); Ulsta Shetland Ferry Terminal, Yell (50 kW); 14 Commercial Road, Shetland (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 22.

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